Top Designs 2026

Explore what it means to be human now and in the future through ideas and design solutions from emerging creatives in Top Designs.

With nearly 1,000 applications from across Victoria, eighty-one students were selected across nine design studies by a panel of expert educators. Exploring technology, materiality, sustainability and community practice, these works demonstrate the research and experimentation involved in the development of responsive design.

Top Designs is presented as part of the VCE Season of Excellence, a five-month annual festival showcasing outstanding works across art, design, technology, multimedia, film, dance, theatre, drama, music, literature and research – all created by exceptional VCE students.

Presented in partnership with the VCAA.

This exhibition is supported by Learning Partner, Swinburne University of Technology.